Manufacturer: Novartis Nutrition
RESOURCE Diabetishield
RESOURCE Diabetishield nutritional supplement is the first clear liquid formulated for individuals with diabetes. Added arginine, chromium and vitamins C and E help improve insulin sensitivity and aid in blood sugar control. RESOURCE Diabetishield nutritional supplement is a Medical Food -- consumers should consult their physician on the use of this product.*
* Use under medical supervision. This is a high nitrogen and high phosphorus product that may not be appropriate for individuals with kidney problems.
Product Presentation/Therapeutic Overview - RESOURCE Diabetishield
A Booklet for Home Care! Diabetes and Nutrition (PDF)
Nutrition and Diabetes Presentation (September 16, 2002)
In the Battle to Control Blood Sugar (Journal Ad)
Resource Diabetishield Distributor Information Sheet (PDF)
Resource Diabetishield brochure
Technical Features - RESOURCE Diabetishield
Not a total feeding
Caloric Distribution:
Protein: 19% (Whey Protein Isolate, L-Arginine)
Carbohydrate: 81% (Hydrolyzed Cornstarch)
Fat: 0%
Total Arginine: 3.1 g/237 mL
Caloric Density: 0.63 cal/mL
Nonprotein Calorie: Nitrogen Ratio: 76:1
Water Content: 211 mL/237 mL
Osmolality: 380 mOsm/kg water
Lactose, gluten, fat and cholesterol free
Ordering Information - RESOURCE Diabetishield
Containers Per Case Item NDC Format Number
27 - 8 fl oz Tetra Brik Paks, Orange Twist 349100 00212-3491-62
27 - 8 fl oz Tetra Brik Paks, Mixed Berry 349300 00212-3493-62
Nutrition Information - RESOURCE Diabetishield
Serving Size 237 mL
(1 Brik Pak)
% RDI*
Calories 150 -
Protein**
(Total Nitrogen 1.6 g) g 7.0 -
Carbohydrate g 30.0 -
Fat g 0 -
Sodium mg (mEq) < 80(< 3.5) -
Potassium mg (mEq) < 60(< 1.5) -
Vitamin A IU 750 15
Vitamin C mg 100 170
Thiamine mg 0.23 15
Riboflavin mg 0.26 15
Niacin mg 3.0 15
Iron mg 2.7 15
Vitamin D IU 60 15
Vitamin E IU 60 200
Vitamin B6 mg 0.3 15
Folic Acid mcg 60 15
Vitamin B12 mcg 0.9 15
Phosphorus mg 500 50
Iodine mcg 22.5 15
Zinc mg 5 35
Copper mg 0.3 15
Biotin mcg 45 15
Pantothenic Acid mg 1.5 15
Vitamin K mcg 12 15
Manganese mg 0.3 15
Chromium mcg 60 50
*RDI for adults and children 4 or more years of age.
** Includes protein from 4.0 g whey protein isolate and 3.0 g L-arginine.
Composition - RESOURCE Diabetishield
Ready to use
Ingredients - RESOURCE Diabetishield
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Orange Twist:
Water, hydrolyzed cornstarch, whey protein isolate, L-arginine, phosphoric acid, citric acid, malic acid, natural and artificial flavor, L-cysteine, sucralose, FD&C Yellow No. 6 (artificial color). Vitamins and minerals: Ascorbic acid, alpha tocopheryl acetate, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, copper gluconate, vitamin A palmitate, manganese sulfate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, riboflavin, chromic acetate, folic acid, biotin, potassium iodide, phytonadione (vitamin K1), cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12).
Mixed Berry:
Water, hydrolyzed cornstarch, whey protein isolate, L-arginine, phosphoric acid, citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, malic acid, L-cysteine, sucralose, FD&C Red No. 40 (artificial color). Vitamins and minerals: Ascorbic acid, alpha tocopheryl acetate, zinc sulfat
